writing
Everything you need to write better stories. Here you'll find guides on character development, plot structure, dialogue, pacing, and everything in between. This section will help you write your first draft, polish your tenth novel, and even explore new genres and scenes you've never thought about!
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4 Signs You Should Delete a Scene: A Guide for Writers
Oh yes, we’re doing this. We’re talking about something I hate: when to delete a scene. Scary, right? I KNOW. I think it’s pretty obvious at this point that I’m deeply attached to my writing. I’m especially attached to some of the…
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On Writing Emotions: A Writer’s Guide to Mastering Feelings in Fiction
I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned this several times now, but here’s the recap anyway. As you know, I’m doing the final editing round of my manuscript these days. And one of the major edits I’ve been struggling with is mastering the art…
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Tips to Overcome the Writer’s Block
Let’s face it, a writer’s block sucks. And trust me, as someone currently going through it right now, let me tell you: it’s horrible. Seriously, what can you even do with a block? OK, back up; I know, technically, I’m writing but…
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On Writing the First Chapter of a Novel
Here’s the deal, the opening chapter of any story is, undoubtedly, the most important. It’s the first impression your work makes on the reader, and it needs to be compelling enough to make them want to keep reading. There needs to be…
